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Cold Dark Souls by Candace Wondrak

cheyw26's review against another edition

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dark fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

ridwa's review

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challenging dark emotional tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

kzimm2024's review

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4.0

I was torn, 4 stars for the writing and world building, but lots of stars for such horror?
I don't recommend this for people with triggers, or in general, since its such a dark story about enjoying murder, but thats where I put it. As a "story" and I kept reading.

angepants's review

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5.0

I freaking loved this book. A reverse harem about serial killers, it sounds so wrong, but it is actually an amazing match made in heaven. The darkness in this book was pitch black in parts, but I couldn't put it down! Stella is the ultimate damaged heroine (or anti-heroine) and her guy's are all flawed and dark. I've struggled to find time to read this week, but I picked this up and couldn't put it down. If you're into true crime, excellent sexy times and feeling a little bit dirty for enjoying reading about bad people - this book has your name on it!

colbiecam's review against another edition

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5.0

I wasn’t like most people, and I didn’t mean it in the typical I’m-not-like-other-girls way. I was different, broken and shattered, anything but whole. Who better to understand someone like the Angel Maker?


This second book of the series took a little turn. You do need to have read the first to begin this but trust me, you will still be lost. Those in Stella's life begin to see some of her cracks and through the multiple POVs, you will see how much she is truly struggling. The Angel Maker becomes a bigger character and while I did not like him for most of the book, he grows on you.

I feel for poor Stella and her men. I hope she finds her resolution in the third part of her story, but I also know she may not find her HEA and that is a-okay.

caytiecadence's review against another edition

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4.0

Still good. Waiting for the big twist in 3. Need to know what the heck is going on with the roommate situation!!!

neshaisabookworms_book_review's review against another edition

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5.0

Confused but need more

I can usually see what happens next in a book or movie but this one threw me for a loop. I can always guess the big moment or the twists and turns and the only one I guess was who the Angel Maker is. Everything else I didn’t see coming. I’m so confuzzled but that makes me happy. You actually have me guessing and on the edge of my seat! I can’t wait to read the next book. I need more!!!

bookswithnessa's review

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dark tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

2.5

libra03's review against another edition

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5.0

I have only one word for this book and is " WOW ". I'm shocked by the revelation in this book I was certainly not expecting that.

e_dav_29's review against another edition

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3.0

So far I am still liking the story and there is a lot to unpack here. I don't find many books where the main characters are atypical and I like to see authors explore the human spectrum with their characters. While the story shows the darker side of things, it also stress that we are all people and deserve the same respect, whether we fit the norm or not. At least that is my take away.

The guys drive to help Stella is really sweet. While I don't necessarily agree with how they decide to help, it is not only true to character but also realistic. I am not really pleased with them thinking she is broken, but it is not a deal breaker as they are wanting to help and not just "fix" Stella.

I feel that at this point we can see the mental health of Stella through the appearance of Callie, and I look forward to the point where Stella sees the truth.